
Cast a Deadly Spell(1991)
In a fantastical 1940s where magic is used by everyone, a hard-boiled detective investigates the theft of a mystical tome.


“They came from England to tame the New World, only to become the prey of an ancient evil.”
English colonists arriving on Roanoke Island in 1587 find the fort built years before deserted. Soon after, members of the colony begin to die in horrible ways. Before returning to England for provisions, leader John White puts his son-in-law Ananais Dare in charge, and Dare realizes the island is haunted by Norse spirits. Enlisting the aid of a friendly Native American, Dare attempts to free the spirits from their earthly captivity before the entire colony is lost.

Adrian Paul
Ananias Dare

Frida Farrell
Eleanor Dare

Rhett Giles
George Howe

Michael Teh
Manteo
Mari Mascaro
Elizabeth Viccars

Alex McArthur
John White

Rafael Jordan
Christopher Harvie
Lost Colony: The Legend of Roanoke is a tv movie, horror, mystery, fantasy film released in 2007. Directed by Matt Codd, it stars Adrian Paul, Frida Farrell, Rhett Giles. English colonists arriving on Roanoke Island in 1587 find the fort built years before deserted. Soon after, members of the colony begin to die in horrible ways. Before returning to England for provisions, leader John White puts his son-in-law Ananais Dare in charge, and Dare realizes the island is haunted by Norse spirits. Enlisting the aid of a friendly Native American, Dare attempts to free the spirits from their earthly captivity before the entire colony is lost.
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